"He forgave us all our sins, having canceled the charge of our legal debt." (Colossians 2:13-14). A doctor decided to retire after treating cancer patients for nearly thirty years. While working with a billing company to resolve his clinic's finances, he opted to forgive $650,000 of debt people still owed him. "I've always been rather … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 23rd
Daily Advent Series – Day 23 – Dec. 22nd
Daily Scripture "Beloved, if God so loved us, we also out to love one another." (1 John 4:11). Daily Action Take a moment to genuinely compliment or affirm three different people today. This simple act of verbal love can be a powerful reflection of God's love for us. Daily Prayer Lord, thank You for loving … Continue reading Daily Advent Series – Day 23 – Dec. 22nd
Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 22nd
"When they heard about the resurrection of the dead, some of them, sneered." (Acts 17:32). It's risky to venture into the comments section of online news sites. Risky, but fascinating. Commenting on an interview with a millionaire endeavoring to live forever in this life, one reader posted this from Matthew 16:25: "'Whoever wants to save … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 22nd
Called to Be Saints
"Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God which he promised beforehand through his prophets in the holy scriptures, the gospel concerning his Son, who was descended from David according to the flesh and designated Son of God in power according to the Spirit of … Continue reading Called to Be Saints
Daily Advent Series – Day 22 – Dec. 21st
Daily Scripture "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." (John 3:16). Daily Action Light all four colored candles. Reflect on John 3:16 and write down one specific, tangible way you can show God's love to the world … Continue reading Daily Advent Series – Day 22 – Dec. 21st
Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 21st
"Apart from me you can do nothing." (John 15:5). When we think about New Year's resolutions, what probably comes to mind is a list of lofty ambitions we rarely achieve (80% of resolutions are already abandoned by the middle of February). Author Amy Wilson suggests a better idea might be to reject entirely "the idea … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 21st
No Thought Police 